SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipmentMachine2s safety equipment
This section describes the machine2s safety equipment, its
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine can be a purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried
dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the �What is
cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. what?� section to locate where this equipment is positioned
Please read the operatorOs manual carefully and make sure on your machine.
you understand the instructions before using the machine.
You must wear approved protective equipment whenever
you use the machine. Personal protective equipment WARNING! Never use a machine that has
cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the !faulty safety equipment! Carry out the
degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your inspection, maintenance and service
dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.routines listed in this section.
Throttle lockWARNING! Remove your hearing protection
as soon as you stop the engine, so that you The throttle lock is designed to prevent accidental operation !
can hear any noises or warning signals.of the throttle control. When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when
you grasp the handle) it releases the throttle control (B).
GLOVESWhen you release the handle the throttle control and the
Gloves must be worn when required, for example when Ţtting, throttle lock both move back to their original positions. This
movement is controlled by two independent return springs.
inspecting or cleaning cutting attachments.This arrangement means that the throttle control is
automatically locked at the idle setting.
A
PROTECTIVE HELMET AND VISOR
B
Stop switch
HEARING PROTECTION Wear hearing protection that Use the stop switch to switch off the engine.
provides adequate noise reduction.
EYE PROTECTION Blows from branches or objects that are
thrown out by a cutting attachment can damage the eyes.
BOOTS
Wear sturdy, non-slip boots.
Vibration damping system
Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system
that is designed to minimise vibration and make operation
easier.
CLOTHING Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid
loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Always
wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts sandals
or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
Always have a Ţrst aid kit nearby.
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